Wills & Trusts

11/09/2020

Everyone wants to leave as much of their wealth as possible to loved ones when they die.

But the Government is equally as intent on getting its hands on a portion through the uniquely unpopular inheritance tax.

Everyone wants to leave as much of their wealth as possible to loved ones when they die. But the Government is equally as intent on getting its hands on a portion through inheritance tax.

10/09/2020

Last month the government announced that it will be introducing temporary legislation to enable people to use a video link to witness the signing of Wills virtually, where witnessing in person is not feasible.

The Government is introducing legislation to allow people to use video-conferencing technology for the witnessing of wills being made.

10/09/2020

Worried about kids future and their lifestyle if that can swallow the wealth you’re passing to your kids ?

A Trust is the BEST option as it allows the maker to safeguard an inheritance from the reach of the beneficiaries’ creditors by keeping the assets out of the name of the beneficiary. Ownership of the assets remains in the Trust.

08/09/2020

Sadly, we’ll all die at some stage, and that’s something many of us aren’t comfortable embracing. It’s about leaving behind a beneficial and inspirational contribution of some sort that will serve others long after you are gone. So, whether it’s for charity or family members, you should think long and hard when leaving legacies or bequests.

07/09/2020

What if a will is not legally valid?

If someone makes a will but it is not legally valid, on their death their estate will be shared out under certain rules, not according to the wishes expressed in the will.